I need to downgrade Product key from Windows server 2012 STD edition to Windows server 2008 ENT edition

I have a product key for Windows server 2012 Standard ROK edition and need to downgrade it to windows server 2008 Enterprise edition.

Hi,
Based on my research,
Windows Server 2012
Standard edition
can be downgrade to any prior version of Standard and Enterprise or Essentials editions.
For more detailed information, please refer to the links below:
Understanding
downgrade rights
WS2012_Licensing-Pricing_FAQ
Best regards,
Susie

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